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Big Bear eaglet's accidental 'fludge' ends in first flight; Sandy hasn't returned to nest
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kris Wernowsky , as published by Los Angeles Times - California
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details of the incident are available from the Los Angeles Times.
A notable event occurred involving a celebrity eaglet in Big Bear. The eaglet, known as Sandy, experienced an accidental first flight after losing her footing. This initial flight was unusual, as Sandy tumbled upside-down before taking to the air.
Details of the incident are available from the Los Angeles Times. According to reports, Sandy is currently resting safely after her unexpected flight. Further information about Sandy's situation can be found in the original report, including the current status of her activities and any updates on her return to the nest.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
Reading time: 1 min
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